The 20 Best Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) Doctors Near Me in Lakeland, FL

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The 20 Best Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) Doctors near Lakeland, FL

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 15 doctor with experience in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) near Lakeland, FL. Of these, 14 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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    Joseph P. Massaro
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology

    Lakeland Regional Health Systems Inc

    3525 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 
    Lakeland, FL 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joseph Massaro is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist in Lakeland, Florida. Dr. Massaro is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). His top areas of expertise are Angina, Heart Attack, Metabolic Syndrome, and Apoplexy. Dr. Massaro is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine

    Lakeland Regional Health Systems Inc

    1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 
    Lakeland, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Thane Htun is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Lakeland, Florida. Dr. Htun is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). His top areas of expertise are Pneumonia, Emphysema, Lung Metastases, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy. Dr. Htun is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)

    Lakeland Regional Health Systems Inc

    3030 Harden Blvd, 
    Lakeland, FL 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Avinash Khanna is a Cardiologist in Lakeland, Florida. Dr. Khanna is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). His top areas of expertise are Angina, Metabolic Syndrome, Atherosclerosis, Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Khanna is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine

    Lakeland Regional Health Systems Inc

    3030 Harden Blvd, 
    Lakeland, FL 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Yatin Kheti is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Lakeland, Florida. Dr. Kheti is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). His top areas of expertise are Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Pneumonia, Advanced Bronchoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Kheti is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Pulmonary Medicine

    Lakeland Regional Health Systems Inc

    3525 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 
    Lakeland, FL 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    James Brown is a Pulmonary Medicine provider in Lakeland, Florida. Dr. Brown is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). His top areas of expertise are Lung Metastases, Pneumonia, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Brown is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Rheumatology
    Advanced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Rheumatology

    Lakeland Regional Health Systems Inc

    3030 Harden Blvd, 
    Lakeland, FL 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Raul Tallo is a Rheumatologist in Lakeland, Florida. Dr. Tallo has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Fibromyalgia. Dr. Tallo is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Infectious Disease
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Infectious Disease

    Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center

    1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 
    Lakeland, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Lamia Khan is an Infectious Disease provider in Lakeland, Florida. Dr. Khan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). Her top areas of expertise are Sepsis, Lymphangitis, Osteomyelitis, and Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA).

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)

    Lakeland Regional Health Systems Inc

    1324 Lakeland Hill Blvd, 
    Lakeland, FL 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Filipino
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Marian Ceniza is a Rheumatologist in Lakeland, Florida. Dr. Ceniza is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). Her top areas of expertise are Acute Febrile Neutrophilic Dermatosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Polymyalgia Rheumatica, and Rhizomelic Pseudopolyarthritis. Dr. Ceniza is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Rheumatology
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Rheumatology
    1600 Lakeland Hills Blvd, 
    Lakeland, FL 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ann Winny is a Rheumatologist in Lakeland, Florida. Dr. Winny is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Dermatomyositis, Neurosarcoidosis, and Sarcoidosis.

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)

    Lakeland Regional Health Systems Inc

    130 Pablo St, 
    Lakeland, FL 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Philip Owen is a Cardiologist in Lakeland, Florida. Dr. Owen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). His top areas of expertise are Angina, Coronary Heart Disease, Atherosclerosis, and Arterial Embolism. Dr. Owen is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)

    Lakeland Regional Health Systems Inc

    130 Pablo St, 
    Lakeland, FL 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Mayuri Patel is a Cardiologist in Lakeland, Florida. Dr. Patel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). Her top areas of expertise are Heart Attack, Apoplexy, Angina, Angioplasty, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Patel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)

    Lakeland Regional Health Systems Inc

    3030 Harden Blvd, 
    Lakeland, FL 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Adriana Moncayo is a Rheumatologist in Lakeland, Florida. Dr. Moncayo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). Her top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA), and Rheumatoid Lung Disease. Dr. Moncayo is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Rheumatology | Hospital Medicine
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Rheumatology | Hospital Medicine
    511 W Alexander St, 
    Plant City, FL 
     (11.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Durkhani Mahboob is a Rheumatologist and a Hospital Medicine provider in Plant City, Florida. Dr. Mahboob is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). Her top areas of expertise are Fibromyalgia, Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Sjogren Syndrome, and Psoriasis. Dr. Mahboob is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Internal Medicine

    Gessler Clinic PA

    601 1st St N, 
    Winter Haven, FL 
     (13.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Kyle Pochcial is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Winter Haven, Florida. Dr. Pochcial is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Subacute Combined Degeneration, Vitamin B12 Deficiency, and Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). Dr. Pochcial is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    35 1 St, 
    Winter Haven, FL 
     (14.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Maurice Mccarthy is an Internal Medicine provider in Winter Haven, Florida. Dr. Mccarthy is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc). His top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease (UCTD), Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Osteoporosis.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)?

    Systemic sclerosis, also called scleroderma, is an autoimmune disorder that cause the skin to tighten and harden. Systemic sclerosis can also affect the blood vessels, digestive tract, and internal organs.

    When should I see a Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) doctor near Lakeland, FL?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) doctor near Lakeland, FL?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) doctors near Lakeland, FL?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) doctors near Lakeland, FL?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) doctor near Lakeland, FL?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) doctor near Lakeland, FL?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) doctors near Lakeland, FL?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Systemic Sclerosis (SSc) doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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